2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | Vanquish | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2170 mm |
